Imagine that you’re walking down a street in New Orleans’ famous French Quarter, past iron- wrought fences draped with forgotten Mardi Gras beads and kitschy souvenir shops. You eventually stumble upon a lively joint – where the stories are just as fresh as the fare....
Foodie Feature
New to the Gaslamp Quarter: The Smoking Gun!
As a Southerner by birth, I take our cuisine very seriously. I am skeptical of any San Diego restaurants claiming to be Southern-inspired, but one bite of the biscuits at The Smoking Gun (555 Market Street), and I knew I’d be in for the real deal. Chef Kevin...
Salt & Whiskey Debuts at the Horton Grand Hotel!
The freshly opened Salt & Whiskey brings a welcome food and beverage reboot to the Gaslamp’s historic Horton Grand Hotel. Its Victorian inspired whiskey temple (the beautiful mahogany Palace Bar), has a new menu that features whiskey forward drinks and holds more...
New to the Gaslamp Quarter: Callaway Winery Tasting Room!
Callaway Vineyard & Winery has a beautiful new Tasting Room located in the heart of San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter. The quaint and elegant venue offers tasting flights and wines by the glass, along with tasty nibbles. Their new sleek and modern tasting room...
Restaurant Spotlight: El Chingon!
Inspired by Pancho Villa and the pistoleros of the Mexican Revolution, El Chingon is a new (bad ass) concept in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter. With an exciting menu featuring some Mexican classics, they aim to serve only the best of the best when it comes to ingredients...
4 Dusty Rabbit Cocktails were featured at the San Diego County Fair’s Distilled Festival!
San Diego is fast becoming an epicenter of personally crafted distilled spirits. At the Distilled Festival last Saturday, those who put together the 3rd annual event raised their glass to honor the best distillers and mixologists throughout San Diego and beyond! Along...
Buddy-The Buddy Holly Story Rocks the Horton Grand Theatre!
Intrepid Theatre Company has teamed up with New Village Arts to bring the beloved rock & roll musical Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story to the Horton Grand Theatre. Buddy tells the true story of Buddy Holly’s meteoric rise to fame, from the moment in 1957 when...
In the Spotlight! WASIO Photography
The 150th press conference and Gaslamp Quarter Jazz concert had 2 very talented photographers taking photos of these events. Yaneck and Sasha, who just moved from Chicago to dowtown San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, are a new member business called, "WASIO (VA-SHEE-OH)...
A Mayor’s Proclamation, “Rabbitville” Unveiled, and the 150th Anniversary kick off all in one day!
The Honorable Kevin L Faulconer, Mayor, City of San Diego and the Gaslamp Quarter Association invited a group of special dignitaries, member businesses, San Diegans and visitors in the launch of a year-long celebration of the 150th Anniversary of the National Historic...
Restaurant Spotlight: Dough Gourmet Pretzel Company
Dough Gourmet Pretzel Company located at 542 Fifth Ave. shares space with “My Yogurt” and offers freshly baked, hand rolled, soft pretzels. Their pretzels are made everyday, with the freshest ingredients. Not only are their pretzels made from scratch, but even their...
Restaurant Spotlight: American Junkie Makes It’s Debut In The Gaslamp Quarter!
Brand new to the Gaslamp Quarter, American Junkie opened up a couple weeks ago on 5th Avenue. This hip hangout is a classic eatery, serving a "modern American tavern menu" plus classic American cocktails, craft beers made in the USA, all American whiskeys and bourbons...
Gaslamp Quarter’s Ghirardelli!
Gaslamp Quarter/ Downtown San Diego is turning 150 years old this year, but the institution housed right next to the Yuma building on Fifth Avenue started in San Francisco over 160 years ago in 1852! Ghirardelli Chocolate Company has a rich history and continues to...
Restaurant Spotlight: Bandar Restaurant
Bandar Restaurant, located at 845 Fourth Avenue, is an incredible culinary experience. The Gaslamp Quarter Association enjoyed an elegant Persian feast. The owner Behrooz received the Armand (lifetime achievement) Award at the 2016 Lamplighter Awards for serving...
Kids Eat Free Tuesdays and Padres Home Game Specials at BIGA!
Ever since opening a little over a year ago, BIGA brought life into the corner of Sixth and Broadway of the Gaslamp Quarter with their delicious yet affordable handcrafted Italian cuisine. BIGA's constantly evolving menu is created with seasonal, local ingredients...
Cap Off Your Weekend with the Sunday Requirement at The Nolen!
Spring is the season for brunching, and The Nolen just unveiled there new brunch offerings — at 10am Sunday’s on their rooftop! Enjoy Bloody mary’s, champagne cocktails and California brunch bites — while taking in panoramic views of downtown San Diego and relaxing in...
Cafe Sevilla Unveils Brand New “Dollar for Dollar” Happy Hour!
Cafe Sevilla is always looking to "Raise the Bar" and we've definitely done it with our new "Happy Hour!" Join us Monday - Thursday from 3PM - 6PM for our incredible "Dollar for Dollar" Happy Hour - The dollar amount you spend on alcohol, you get the equivalent in...
Karaoke in the Gaslamp Quarter
Ready to sing your heart out?! All the exciting karaoke action is in Downtown San Diego! Come out to the Gaslamp Quarter for some karaoke 7 days a week. MONDAYS: Tin Roof Beats & Booze Industry Night Jam Session Attention F&B industry professionals if you can...
Bubbles Boutique, Sparks Gallery, Werewolf and Coyote Ugly Celebrate Anniversary’s
The Gaslamp Quarter is the hub of world class dining, shopping, cultural inspiration and play, and we need to recognize the member businesses celebrating their anniversary’s this weekend in our incredible district! Werewolf- 627 Fourth Ave- Celebrating 3 years...